Senior Accountant at Jaykay Group

Jaykay Group is a manufacturing company that deals with the production of carpets, rugs, tufted grass, mosque runners etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Sharada, Kano
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Liaise with ourFinancial Manager and Accounting Manager to improve financial procedures

Requirements and Skills

• BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant
• 5 years work experience.
• Proven experience as an accountant or senior accountant
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like FreshBooks and QuickBooks is an added advantage
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be an added advantage

Application Closing Date
23rd October, 2023.